Private Equity Associate Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Private equity associates with work authorization needs can access sponsorship through H-1B visa, O-1 visa, or employment-based green card pathways. PE roles qualify as specialty occupations requiring finance or economics degrees. Firms from mega-funds to boutique shops sponsor, though deal exposure and fund strategy shape where sponsorship is realistic.
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A leader within the Private Equity and Real Assets Fund Services business unit of the State Street Alternative Investment Services Group. We are a team of dedicated accounting professionals who are passionate about delivering financial reporting and day-to-day accounting and administrative support to premier real estate fund clients. Join this growing team that is passionate about building innovative solutions to revolutionize how State Street services our customers.
As a Senior Associate you will be responsible for the preparation, analysis and reporting of investment and fund performance data for global real estate funds and affiliated entities.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services (IFS), acquired by State Street in July 2002. IFS, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions, is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors.
Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
- Maintaining the general ledger for various fund entities
- Preparing supporting work papers for financial statements, portfolio schedules and capital account allocations
- Preparing financial statements and footnote disclosures
- Analytical review of monthly/quarterly investment and fund performance data
- Reviewing and/or preparing of capital calls, distributions and bank reconciliations
- Preparing management, annual and incentive fee calculations
- Preparing various client correspondences
- Calculating waterfalls and capital account allocations
- Special projects as requested
What we value
- Ensuring compliance with legal documents
- Maintaining working relationship with all client contacts, auditors, tax, lawyers and banking personnel
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Fund accounting or Public Accounting experience
- CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
- Experience leading verbal and written communications at senior levels with internal and external clients
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables.
Salary Range:
$64,480 - $91,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Who we are looking for
A leader within the Private Equity and Real Assets Fund Services business unit of the State Street Alternative Investment Services Group. We are a team of dedicated accounting professionals who are passionate about delivering financial reporting and day-to-day accounting and administrative support to premier real estate fund clients. Join this growing team that is passionate about building innovative solutions to revolutionize how State Street services our customers.
As a Senior Associate you will be responsible for the preparation, analysis and reporting of investment and fund performance data for global real estate funds and affiliated entities.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services (IFS), acquired by State Street in July 2002. IFS, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions, is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors.
Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
- Maintaining the general ledger for various fund entities
- Preparing supporting work papers for financial statements, portfolio schedules and capital account allocations
- Preparing financial statements and footnote disclosures
- Analytical review of monthly/quarterly investment and fund performance data
- Reviewing and/or preparing of capital calls, distributions and bank reconciliations
- Preparing management, annual and incentive fee calculations
- Preparing various client correspondences
- Calculating waterfalls and capital account allocations
- Special projects as requested
What we value
- Ensuring compliance with legal documents
- Maintaining working relationship with all client contacts, auditors, tax, lawyers and banking personnel
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Fund accounting or Public Accounting experience
- CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
- Experience leading verbal and written communications at senior levels with internal and external clients
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables.
Salary Range:
$64,480 - $91,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Private Equity Associate
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
PE associate roles require a directly related bachelor's degree, typically in finance, economics, or accounting. Document how your coursework maps to financial modeling, valuation, and capital markets work before your employer files the LCA with DOL.
Target firms with dedicated HR infrastructure
Bulge-bracket banks, large PE platforms, and their portfolio company roll-ups process H-1B sponsorships regularly. Boutique shops below 20 professionals often lack in-house immigration counsel, which delays or kills sponsorship even when the partner wants to hire you.
Search verified PE sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find private equity firms with confirmed LCA sponsorship history filtered by role type and location. This cuts cold outreach to firms that have never sponsored, letting you focus energy on shops with a proven track record.
Time your offer around the H-1B cap cycle
H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process, and the rules have changed recently. Secure your offer early enough that your employer can submit before the registration window closes, or ask explicitly whether the firm qualifies for cap-exempt status through affiliated nonprofits or universities.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating comp
Your employer's LCA must certify your salary meets DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and role level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for financial analysts in your target city before you negotiate, so your offer clears the threshold DOL will scrutinize.
Prepare your credential equivalency documentation early
If your undergraduate degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before you start interviewing. PE firms expect this paperwork to be ready, and USCIS needs it to confirm specialty occupation eligibility when your employer files.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a private equity associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. PE associate positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a closely related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies. The role's core duties, financial modeling, deal structuring, and portfolio valuation, are directly tied to that field of study, which is the key test.
Which visa types are realistic for a private equity associate seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the primary path for most candidates. Australians can apply for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery. Candidates with demonstrated industry recognition at a high level may qualify for an O-1A. For longer-term stability, many PE professionals pursue an EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based green card once they're established with a sponsoring firm.
How do I find private equity firms that actually sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists PE employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, searchable by city and role type. This is the most direct way to identify firms that have sponsored associates before, rather than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
Does my MBA count toward specialty occupation if I did my undergraduate degree abroad?
Yes, an MBA from a U.S. institution strengthens your specialty occupation case significantly. USCIS looks at the highest relevant degree, so a U.S. MBA in finance combined with an international undergraduate credential is generally a strong combination. You'll still need a NACES-member credential evaluation for the foreign undergraduate degree as part of the petition.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new PE firm if I switch jobs mid-cycle?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, once your new employer files the transfer petition, you can begin working for the new firm immediately without waiting for USCIS approval. The new firm must file a new I-129 petition, and your role at the new firm must still qualify as a specialty occupation. Standard PE associate duties satisfy this requirement.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Private Equity Associate jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.